Participating Agencies Agency Function The Department of Energy Working to assure clean, affordable, and dependable supplies of energy for our nation, now and in the future. United States Department of Agriculture Supporting production agriculture; ensuring a safe, affordable, nutritious, and accessible food supply; caring for agricultural, forest, and rangelands; supporting sound development of rural communities; providing economic opportunities for farm and rural residents; expanding global markets for agricultural and forest products and services; and working to reduce hunger in America and throughout the world. The National Science Foundation Realizing the promise of the 21st century depends in large measure on today's investments in science, engineering and mathematics research and education. NSF investments are in people, their ides and the tools they use. NSF catalyzes the strong progress in science and engineering needed to secure the Nation's future. United States Environmental Protection Agency Protecting public health and safeguarding the natural environment - air, water, and land - upon which life depends. Department of the Interior Cooperating with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world. Office of Science and Technology Policy Serve as a source of scientific and technological analysis and judgment for the President with respect to major policies, plans, and programs of the Federal Government.